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Veepstakes: Potential VP picks for Kamala Harris
Vice President Kamala Harris is beginning her search for her running mate ahead of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. LiveNOW from FOX's Josh Breslow spoke with Dr. David Holian, an associate professor of political science at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro about what's at stake.
null - As the 2024 presidential election heats up, Vice President Kamala Harris has entered the race, becoming the presumptive Democratic nominee following President Joe Biden's announcement that he will not seek a second term.
In light of this development, Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft, shared his thoughts on Harris's candidacy during an interview with France 24, specifically mentioning the significance of having younger leaders who can tackle modern challenges like artificial intelligence.
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What did Bill Gates say about Kamala Harris running for president?
Gates told France 24 that he thought it was "great to have somebody who’s younger, who can think about things like AI and how we shape that in the right way" in the running for the White House.
Harris became the presumptive Democratic nominee after Biden announced on July 21 that he would no longer pursue a second term. On the same day, the 81-year-old endorsed Harris. Former President Donald Trump, meanwhile, secured the Republican presidential nomination earlier in the month. He is 78.
What is Bill Gates' stance on voting?
Gates emphasized that he doesn’t "tell other people how to vote because I’m so associated with the foundation that works with any administration," FOX Business recently reported.
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Breaking: The Obamas endorse Harris for president
Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama have endorsed Kamala Harris for president which was expected, but crucial for her run. The announcement came from a video Friday morning which showed a phone call Harris received from the former first couple announcing their endorsement. This continues to build on the momentum as the party’s likely nominee after President Joe Biden’s decision to end his reelection bid.
He co-founded the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation over two decades ago, serving as its co-chair. "It’s going to be an interesting election," he said to the French news outlet. "I hope the new government is one that cares about our allies, cares about the climate."
Gates said his "individual vote you might be able to predict," but he planned to "prioritize whoever’s elected" like he has in the past to continue to advance his foundation’s efforts for "the world’s children," according to France 24’s interview with the billionaire.
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When is the Democratic National Convention?
His comments, part of an interview covering multiple topics, came as the November presidential election inches closer. Before that, the Democratic Party is slated to hold its Democratic National Convention to nominate its candidate officially. The convention will start on August 19.
FOX Business contributed to this story. It was reported from Los Angeles.